Shit Year Interviews: Cannes Film Festival 2010

The speaker reflects on their emotional sensitivity, self-doubt, and tendency to overthink, which they believe are essential for artistic creation. They discuss how these traits allow them to have strong emotional reactions and maintain curiosity, which fuels their creativity. The speaker also touches on the human experience and perception, noting how they can find narratives in everyday objects.

How does the speaker manage their anxieties and self-doubt?

• By turning them off temporarily

• By ignoring them completely

• By avoiding situations that trigger them

• By sharing them with others

What does the speaker believe is necessary for creating art?

• A detailed plan for every artwork

• A strong emotional reaction to everything

• A logical approach to every situation

• A calm and composed mindset

What is the speaker's problem with overthinking?

• It makes them less creative

• It causes them to forget important details

• It leads to strong emotions about trivial things

• It prevents them from working

How does the speaker view their continuous curiosity?

• As a hindrance to their work

• As a source of stress

• As a way to generate creative work

• As a distraction from reality

What does the speaker acknowledge about themselves at the end?

• They are a perfectionist

• They are just a human being

• They are never distracted

• They are always focused